World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement analytics is the process of collecting, processing, and analyzing data related to an organization's purchasing activities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide valuable insights into supply chain operations. What are Procurement Analytics? How to Use Data in Procurement?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement analytics is the process of collecting, processing, and analyzing data related to an organization's purchasing activities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide valuable insights into supply chain operations. What are Procurement Analytics? How to Use Data in Procurement?

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The procurement of materials is a vital process in supply chain management, involving the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at the most economical prices from reliable suppliers. Effective procurement strategies require a deep understanding of market trends, supplier landscapes, and the latest technologies.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

The procurement of materials is a vital process in supply chain management, involving the timely acquisition of high-quality goods and services at the most economical prices from reliable suppliers. Effective procurement strategies require a deep understanding of market trends, supplier landscapes, and the latest technologies.

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ivalua

MAY 30, 2022

As the demands on supply chains continue to increase, so do the expectations of consumers. Supply chains are particularly affected by these changes, as well as other external influences that threaten to disrupt their daily operations, such as: extreme weather conditions, supply shortages, global health issues, and economic crises.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 31, 2024

Are you considering a career in supply chain management? In this article, we will explore the wide range of salaries in supply chain management, from entry-level positions to executive roles for each region. Supply chain management is a rapidly growing industry. Curious about the salaries to expect?

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SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In this blog, explore vital tips paving the way for a prosperous career in supply chain management. Whether you’re a recent graduate or contemplating a career change, uncover key insights for establishing the groundwork of a thriving career in the dynamic world of supply chain. Lucky for you.

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Arkestro

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Resources / Blog / From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Procurement Reshapes the Industry From Reactive to Proactive: How Predictive Procurement Reshapes the Industry The procurement workload is expected to increase by 10.6% How does Predictive Procurement Orchestration Work? The result?

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Arkestro

MARCH 27, 2024

Resources / Blog / Unleashing the Power of Procurement Buyers: Delving into this Impactful Role Unleashing the Power of Procurement Buyers: Delving into this Impactful Role Buyers have always played an important role in the procurement industry, helping organizations obtain goods and maintain a careful balance of speed, cost-efficiency, and quality.

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Procurement Leaders

JANUARY 28, 2024

As we, and more than 40 CPOs from our global community of leaders, embark on the process of judging the World Procurement Awards 2024 , it was a privilege to look through many of the entries before our panel of experts get stuck into the process this coming week. It’s a good time to be in procurement.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a crucial role in the operational efficiency and sustainability of a business. From managing supplier relationships to ensuring cost-effective purchasing, the performance of the procurement function can significantly impact a company's bottom line and reputation.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

Procurement plays a crucial role in the operational efficiency and sustainability of a business. From managing supplier relationships to ensuring cost-effective purchasing, the performance of the procurement function can significantly impact a company's bottom line and reputation.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This blog explains The Key MRP Metrics in Supply Chain whcih every supply chain professional in Manufacturing or Distribution Businesses. Supply chain professionals will be familiar with the term Material Requirements Planning (MRP).

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

 Today I’m joined by SDI , a digital supply chain brand whose people, processes, and technology have enabled the world’s most efficient supply chains for over 50 years. Today John Delligatti, Director of Digital Supply Chain Transformation at SDI, joins me to talk all about SDI’s purpose-built ZEUS technology.

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World of Procurement blog

APRIL 23, 2024

In today's competitive business environment, procurement isn't just a necessity; it's a strategic function that can significantly influence a company’s bottom line. Technology has transformed procurement operations from a complex, manual process into an automated, streamlined function that enhances decision-making and transparency.

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Pipefy

JANUARY 30, 2024

The global source-to-pay and procure-to-pay outsourcing market is expanding rapidly with the market expected to reach $55.8 To do so, procure-to-pay trends point to an increased focus on three key areas: technology, collaboration, and sourcing. Below is a rundown of the three procure-to-pay trends shaping 2024. billion by 2028.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 4, 2023

Procurement Strategy Take the lead with our proven 5-step procurement strategy 3. Sustainable Procurement Maintain high profitability while moving toward sustainability 4. So, let’s dive in and learn how to reduce procurement costs. Negotiation Course Learn from industry experts who negotiated billion $ deals 2.

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Una

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Understanding Offshoring, Onshoring, Nearshoring, and Rightshoring in Procurement Explore the nuances between offshoring and other approaches to procurement and how each one can impact the bottom line, supply chain resilience and overall strategic objectives.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 23, 2024

Resources / Blog / What does a Procurement Manager do? Job Description, Skills, and Qualifications What does a Procurement Manager do? Job Description, Skills, and Qualifications As firms continue to leverage technology to carry out sourcing and procurement tasks, market demand for procurement is growing.

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SCMDOJO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of supply chain management, precise terminology is paramount. Whether you’re a seasoned procurement professional or just stepping into the world of sourcing and acquisitions, understanding the nuances of procurement synonyms can make all the difference.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

MARCH 9, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Featuring Our 12 Best Procurement Articles! Procurement operations are the backbone of every company’s supply chain. Fundamental to procurement is the acquisition of goods and services from a party that’s further up the supply chain.

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Una

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Value Creation Through Digital Transformation in Procurement. The recent global pandemic exposed many economic vulnerabilities, not the least of which were weaknesses in many supply chains. Procurement departments are adopting digital sourcing strategies to automate routine processes and fill employment gaps.

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Una

MARCH 14, 2023

Characteristics of a Procurement Intrapreneur Discover the characteristics of a procurement intrapreneur, and explore why intrapreneurship and group purchasing go so well together. By Hugo Britt | March 14, 2023 Search Since Una launched nearly 10 years ago, we’ve had conversations with every type of procurement professional.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 26, 2024

Embarking on a journey to elevate your supply chain career requires a strategic roadmap, and in this blog post, we unveil eleven proven strategies that will act as your compass to success. When I aimed to transition from a demand planner to a supply chain manager, I developed a five-year plan.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Resources / Blog / Unwrapping Holiday Shopping Insights: Trends, Tactics, and Tips for Procurement in 2023 Unwrapping Holiday Shopping Insights: Trends, Tactics, and Tips for Procurement in 2023 The holidays are here, meaning people all around the globe are attending festive parties, baking tasty treats, and — of course — shopping for gifts.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 20, 2023

If you’re eyeing a role as a Procurement Manager (or are looking to hire one), you’re in the right place! As a procurement Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing the purchasing and procurement process for a company or organization, making sure they get the best bang for their buck.

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NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

JANUARY 10, 2024

In today’s eco-conscious world, the pressure to “go green” isn’t just a whisper on the wind – it’s a thundering roar echoing through boardrooms and supply chains alike. And at the heart of this green revolution lies a powerful tool: green procurement. Fear not, eco-warriors! Fear not, eco-warriors!

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Skill Dynamics

OCTOBER 19, 2023

A crucial part of successful procurement strategies is the art and science of negotiation. Procurement negotiation refers to a buyer (usually from a company) and a seller (usually from a supplier) working together and discussing the likes of pricing, terms, conditions, and other aspects of a procurement contract.

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Una

JUNE 1, 2023

6 Reasons to Choose a Career in Procurement Six reasons why a career in procurement is a great professional choice and how it can provide you with a fulfilling and rewarding future. Look no further than procurement! Procurement professionals play a vital role in shaping the success of organizations.

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The Good Spending

AUGUST 16, 2022

Why is supply chain collaboration essential? Once, I was asked what makes the supply chain important to a company. Shadow procurement, supply chain, and logistics have become standard for many companies. The supply chain is the most collaborative function in the business.

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Arkestro

JANUARY 18, 2023

Predictive procurement is the key to securing raw materials at the right price and time. We explore how predictive procurement in chemical manufacturing will be strategic as we move into 2023. The Deloitte report points out that supply chain will need to consider different strategies to meet the changes coming.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 23, 2023

51 ChatGPT Prompts to 10X Your Productivity in Procurement Download ChatGPT PDF Procurement Courses  Or receive our famous weekly newsletter The 5S of Kaizen — The Ultimate Guide The 5S of Kaizen comes under the umbrella of lean management aimed to eliminate waste within manufacturing operations. CERTIFICATE COURSES 1.

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Pipefy

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Strategic procurement, or procurement strategic planning, is a data-driven process that helps businesses align procurement and business goals. The result is greater supply chain predictability, more accurate decision-making, and better business agility. What is strategic procurement?

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Arkestro

JUNE 6, 2023

Resources / Blog / What Does Finance Think of Procurement? What Does Finance Think of Procurement? Procurement and finance are two sides of the same coin. On the other side, procurement is concerned with keeping company operations running smoothly and judicially making the most of budgets.

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Arkestro

MAY 9, 2023

Resources / Blog / What CPOs Need to Know About Predictive Procurement Orchestration What CPOs Need to Know About Predictive Procurement Orchestration The vast majority of Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) believe in the power of procurement data to make better-informed decisions across their organization.

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Arkestro

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Then the pandemic happened, challenging procurement in new ways. While 2020 was a transformative year for procurement in the food industry, the following years have brought their own challenges. These disruptions have exposed the fragility of global supply chains. harvested wheat is the lowest since 1888.

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Skill Dynamics

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

As we discussed in our previous blog , market pressures are driving change in both procurement and supply chain functions. The influencing groups Many organizations are looking to eLearning to drive impactful skill development at scale across various teams in supply chain and procurement.

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